Cruz Control works, see for yourself

I decided in October of 2008 that I was (yet again) going to take charge of my life and become healthy. I got a gym membership along with a trainer and a nutritionist. The first nutritionist I was set-up with was horrible, to say the least. She wanted too many changes, too fast and I knew that I wasn’t going to be able to follow her plan and that would lead me (once again) down the road to failure. I switched nutritionists and that was when I met Greg. Right from day one, I knew that Greg and I would work well together. He was so positive about my situation and I felt very comfortable around him. He knew exactly where I was coming from and what I needed to do in order to achieve my goals. We started with baby steps, making small changes at a time, and eventually those small changes added up to a new, healthy lifestyle for me. Greg has taught me the importance of focusing on the positives of a situation rather than dwelling on the negatives of that situation. Today, Greg is more than my nutritionist, he is also my friend and he has truly changed my life around. He has helped me escape the unhealthy lifestyle that I used to live. Words really can’t describe the impact that Greg has had on my life, and I know without him, I wouldn’t be where I am today.

Teisha Balgrove - May 2009

Being alone versus being lonely

(Seaton Trail MudPuppies)

When I first started running 4 years ago, (wow that seems hard to believe) I used to call the Running Room in Pickering my "Mecca." Every Sunday morning groups of runners congregate and then run various distances. It becomes addictive and something that I would never miss. As I started to progress in my running I discovered my love for running in the trails. There's something special about them that's hard to describe but I feel more at home there than on the roads. I started running with a different group of runners who were more experienced running in the trails and they taught me everything I needed to know. They are affectionately known as the Seaton Trail MudPuppies and I am proud to call myself one of them.

When I ran trail races there were large stretches of time where I wouldn't see any runners for up to 30 minutes at a time. This hardly ever happens during a road race. I had to condition myself to use my own inner strength to motivate me rather than trying to catch up to a runner who was ahead of me. What this taught me was that I didn't NEED to run with anyone to stay motivated. Although running is an individual sport, the group aspect cannot be discounted and that is what makes places like the Running Room so appealing to most.

I has been about 2 years or more since I ran with the group from the running room but today I decided to give it a try. I ran from my house to the store which was about 5K away. When I got there I realized that I only recognized a small handful of people. In the past I knew everyone there. I ran with the 1/2 marathon group who were doing 20K. The run started off ok but I soon realized that this was not for me. At about the 1/2 way mark I made a detour, put on my mp3 player and just took off.

The run was amazing and I don't think I would have had the same experience had I continued with the group. It had nothing to do with the speed that they were going but there just was just something missing and I couldn't pinpoint what it was. As I started to run longer my thoughts became more clear and I was able to just relax and go at my own pace. I realized that I don't like running with groups of people because I do my best thinking on my own. I NEED to run on my own so I can process the week that was and think about the week that's coming.

There may be the odd run or two that I'll do with my trail running friends but when I'm on the road I prefer the sanctitiy of my own peace of mind.

Running Program

So you've watched all those runners on Sunday morning and thought to yourself, "I'd love to run but I don't think I can do it!"

My 12 week program will get you from the couch to the streets and you'll be able to complete a 5K race by the time I am finished. While there are places where you can go to learn to run, none of them can offer the kind of individualized attention that I can. I am not only a certified fitness instructor but also a nutritionist and runner as well. I have completed over 20+ marathon and ultra-marathons (50K or longer) as well as instructed many clients on improving their running techniques.

The 12 week program will not only focus on running but also nutrition and I will provide you with exercises which you can do in the comfort of your home.

For the more advanced runner, I also offer programs which can improve your speed/endurance so if you are trying to qualify for the Boston Marathon, I can be the one to help you get there.

Contact me for more information:
gregdcruz@rogers.com

Personal Training

Individualized Personal Training!

As part of my ever expanding service, I am now doing personal training in addition to nutrition and lifestyle coaching. For more information please send an email to:
gregdcruz@rogers.com

Cruz Control Newsletter Volume I

Think back to your childhood for a moment. If you are like me, then food dominated the holidays. It is hard to stay away from certain holiday treats because it is something that we were taught since childhood. Unfortunately, for those of you who are trying to eat healthy, this presents quite the dilemma.

The important thing to remember is that nobody should coerce you into eating something you don’t want. If you want to have something then make sure it’s because it is your choice. Too many people buckle under the pressure of wanting to please those family members who have cooked all that food. We were taught during our childhood years that this was an insult.

However, does anyone really have the right to tell you what you can and cannot eat, especially if you have been working so hard to try and achieve certain goals? Will those same people be there after the holidays as you work even harder to burn off those extra calories? The answer is probably not.

I’m not saying not to indulge but I am saying that make sure the choice is yours. One of my favourite sayings is that food tastes much better without a side of “guilt!”

If your intentions are to eat healthy throughout the holiday seasons then I suggest that you tell as many people around you about how hard you have worked at achieving your goals. Ask family members for support during this tough time. If you have to travel to a family member’s house ask them if you can bring a healthy dish to dinner.

I hope you all have a very festive holiday season.

Sincerely,
Greg D’Cruz
gregdcruz@rogers.com
www.cruzcontrollifestylemanagement.blogspot.com

What is Cruz Control Lifestyle Management?

Cruz Control Lifestyle Management offers a wide variety of nutrition and exercise programs. I provide custom meal plans with unlimited email support. In addition I teach a running program for those interested in learning how to run or trying to improve their running. Most recently I successfully helped a client achieve her goal of qualifying for the Boston Marathon.

While my expertise lies in nutrition, my passion is without a doubt running and I wanted to combine both services under one umbrella.

I am a firm believer in nutrition through education and I teach a philosophy that I have created.

For more information about my services, please contact me at:
gregdcruz@rogers.com

Isagenix

Here is the link to the website where the 9-day kit can be purchased:

http://blazingtrails.isagenix.com/ca/en/home.dhtml